CHEVROLET LAUNCHES NEW CHEVROLET COLORADO VARIANTS - THE COLORADO X, COLORADO X-URBAN & COLORADO X-ADV

Naza Quest Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor and importer of Chevrolet vehicles in Malaysia, has unveiled three new Chevrolet Colorado pick-up X Edition variants. These consist the Colorado X, Colorado X-Urban and Colorado X-ADV. With these new variants, there are now more choices right out of the box for those that want a Colorado pick-up with some difference and to stand out a little from the usual versions.

SHELL ADVANCE LAUNCHES MASTERCLASS SERIES FOR LOCAL MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS

Shell Advance has launched an exclusive Masterclass training programme built for local motorcycle mechanics as part of its new ‘Outride Anything’ brand campaign . The Masterclass programme comprises seven online videos developed in collaboration with Ducati to guide and provide mechanics with expert knowledge and tips on proper motorcycle maintenance. This is also part of the roadshow that Shell Malaysia plans to carry out in conjunction with the upcoming 2017 Shell Malaysia MotoGP.

250,000th Axia is presented to a teacher from Pulau Langkawi

This is a small bit of news that I'd like to share. It may have already been picked up by other local automotive websites but it is interesting in some way in terms of the automotive industry here in Malaysia. Perodua has sold 250,000 Axia compact city cars to date and counting since it was launched in 2014. And going strong. It could already be 255,000 by the time I finish typing this article.

New Mercedes-Benz MBSA Autohaus Officially Opens for Business in the Historical City of Melaka

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia continues its quest to enhance its customer touchpoints in Malaysia with the launch of the new Mercedes-Benz MBSA Autohaus in Melaka. This new, albeit temporary Autohaus is operated by dealer partners MBSA Autohaus Sdn Bhd. This Autohaus was completed with an investment of RM1.2 million and will be the only Mercedes-Benz Autohaus in Melaka. 

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia Announces Field Fix Campaign for Mitsubishi Pajero Exceed, ASX Compact SUV & Pajero Sport

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has announced that there is a Field Fix Campaign for the Mitsubishi Pajero Exceed, ASX Compact SUV and the Pajero Sport. In not so many words, this is a recall notice to all owners of the vehicles mentioned to get their cars looked at and fixed. The Pajero Exceed needs a replacement of its airbag inflators (most likely caused by TAKATA), the ASX & Pajero Sport for a replacement of the tailgate gas strut and the ASX (below) again for the wiper motor casing.

Offers & Promotions: NAZA Merdeka Autofair 2017 in Conjunction with Malaysia's 60th Independence Day

Attractive deals are coming to town at the upcoming NAZA Merdeka Autofair 2017 to be held on 10th to 13th August 2017. The Auto fair is held in conjunction with the upcoming Merdeka day celebrations where the event will also commemorate NAZA's 42nd anniversary (yes, they've been around that long). 

Hyundai Tucson 2.0L CRDI Diesel is Launched - Completes the Malaysian Hyundai Tucson Line-up

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors, the official distributor of Hyundai in Malaysia has launched the Hyundai Tucson 2.0L CRDI Diesel. This comes just a few weeks after the launch of the Tucson 1.6 Turbo GDI petrol variant and it somehow completes the engine variants of the Tucson here. We now get the 2.0 normally aspirated petrol, the 1.6 turbo petrol and this 2.0 turbo diesel version. Something from everyone at a lower price as now all Tucson variants sold in Malaysia come with the tax lowering Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) status.

Roadshows: VOLKSWAGEN FEST 2017 will be held at Setia City Convention Centre this 11th to 13th August 2017 - Lots of offers, activities and also new & classic Volkswagen to see

A celebration of all things Volkswagen is coming to town. Well, coming to Setia City Convention Centre in Shah Alam on the 11th of August to the 13th of August 2017 to be exact. The event is called the Volkswagen Fest 2017 and it is organised by the authorised distributors of Volkswagen cars here, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM). This is the first of its kind here in Malaysia (with official representation) and VPCM will also be launching two new special edition cars there - the Volkswagen Jetta ALLSTAR and the Volkswagen Beetle 60th Merdeka Edition, a special Malaysia only Beetle made in conjunction with the country's 60th year of independence. 

MICHELIN at the Scania Driver Competitions South East Asia 2016-2017

The Scania Driver Competitions South East Asia 2016-2017 concluded recently and we've still got some stuff to mentioned about it. This time, we focus a little on Michelin Malaysia, who had returned as the Official Tyre Sponsor of the event. The competition finals, held over at MAEPS in Serdang, had 17 truck and bus drivers from all over South East Asia competing to see who is the best among them. The Scania Driver Competitions is held bi-annually to create a greater awareness of road safety, increase driver confidence, professionalism, knowledge and skills, and improve the public perception of heavy vehicle drivers and industry

Motoring Malaysia's VLOG #4 of 2017 - On the Scania Driver Competitions South East Asia 2016-2017 and the Scania RAPID KL MRT bus.

This is for the benefit of those that did not read the article on the Scania Driver Competitions South East Asia 2016-2017. I had posted the embeded Vlog #4/2017 there earlier.

HYUNDAI SIME DARBY MOTORS Now Offer An Upgraded Infotainment System for the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid - Existing Customers Can Opt To Get The Upgraded System Too

The Malaysian distributors of the Hyundai IONIQ, Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors has announced that it is now offering an upgraded infotainment unit of the car with a much, much better Audio Visual Navigation (AVN) system. It now enhances the driving (and ownership) experience of the Hyundai Ioniq here. 

Truck & Bus: The Inaugural Scania Driver Competitions South East Asia 2016-2017 - Top Scania Drivers From Around The Region Compete Against One Another

The final round of the inaugural Scania Driver Competitions South East Asia 2016-2017 (SDC) was held recently at MAEPS, in Serdang and saw some stiff competition between 19 Scania truck and bus drivers from Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines and Singapore. This is the first SDC that is truly regional as prior to this, it was only a Malaysia and Singapore affair. This makes things pretty interesting with added competitors and a chance to be crowned regional champion!

HISTORY CON® REGIONAL BRANDED EXPERIENCE LAUNCHES INAUGURAL MALAYSIAN HISTORY CONVENTION 2017 - LOTS OF NICE CARS & BIKES THERE!

The facelifted and upgraded Isuzu Mu-X was launched at the History Convention 2017 (History Con 2017) on Friday, 3rd of August 2017. It is actually quite an event for the motorhead. There are a lot of automotive related displays and even celebrity guests who have automotive related shows on the History Channel. Which is what the event was all about. HISTORY Con 2017, is an entertainement convention linked to the History Channel and it launches for the first time in Malaysia at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) in Selangor from 4th to 6th August 2017. You can still catch it and this is why I am writing about it.

The Facelifted Isuzu Mu-X has been launched - Prices start from RM176,640.40

Isuzu has brought in the facelifted Mu-X to Malaysia. The newly upgraded seven seater SUV was unveiled earlier today at the Isuzu sponsored inaugural History Convention 2017 (the folks at the History Channel) at Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEPS) in Serdang. 

SHELL MALAYSIA LAUNCHES ITS OFFICIAL SHELL ONLINE STORE ON LAZADA

More Shell news folks. Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd has launched their official online store on one of Malaysia's leading e-commerce platform, Lazada Malaysia. Now you can actually order and buy Shell Helix motor or engine oil from the internet as well as actually book a slot to use the engine oil and service it at selected authorised workshops too. All through Lazada.

Costa Coffee Partners With Shell Malaysia - Great Tasting Coffee is Now Available at Selected Shell Select Staion Nationwide

Costa Coffee is now available at selected Shell Select stations. The brand, which is from the United Kingdom, is the second largest coffee brand in the world has tied up with Shell and launched its self-serve offering at Shell Select stations nationwide. This comes after a successful trial run at several outlets and now, Costa Coffee will be sold at over 200 Shell Select outlets nationwide with many more to come.

MERCEDES-BENZ S 400 h AMG Line Officially Available in Malaysia

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has now made the V222 S 400 h S-Class with the AMG Line styling package. The Malaysian Mercedes-Benz S400h AMG Line comes with sportier looks on the outside where the AMG body styling kit, perforated brake discs and 19 inch AMG alloy wheels are now fitted. The interior also gets a slightly different treatment too...

Limited Editon MINI Clubman Sterling Edition unveiled for Malaysia - But bookings for it must be made online, which is a Malaysian first.

MINI Malaysia, has introduced the New MINI Clubman Sterling Edition. According to them, this new limited to 20 units only in Malaysia, limited edition MINI is a true expression of a modern gentleman’s car and will only be available for booking online at www.mini.my/sterlingedition, a first in the Malaysian automotive industry. Yup. I've never heard of buying a car this way here in Malaysia to date. It is the first.

Lonely Planet releases the second installment in the Lonely Planet Epic series of books - Epic Drives of the World

This is a very automotive related Lonely Planet posting. These are the experts in telling us where are the best sights, places, people, hotels and other interesting stuff and they've published a book on the Epic Drives of the World. This book is a traditional hardcover book. One that could sit on your coffee table at home. It features 50 classic driving routes from all over the world, facts and some tips on how to plan your own epic journey.

J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Index for Mass Market Cars 2017 - Toyota is champion, Mitsubishi second and Mazda third, and Honda comes in last!

Okayyyyyyy.. J.D. Power, the well known impartial organisation that conduct customer satisfaction surveys have announced that Toyota is the best in customer service satisfaction for the second year running! This is followed by Mitsubishi and then Mazda with Honda, yes, Honda coming in last among the non-premium mass market passenger car makers in Malaysia. Congratulations is in order to all of the three for making their customers feel like the are very appreciated. Aside from that, let me just state again that Honda has come in last. Even Volkswagen is up by a whole lot from 2016.